Getting Around Tokyo

Thirteen subway lines, half a dozen rail operators, and a bus network most visitors never touch. Tokyo transit makes sense once someone explains it — these guides do exactly that.

Airport to City

Narita vs Haneda: Choosing Tokyo’s Airport for Your Arrival

Your first transit decision sets the tone. Narita and Haneda connect differently — the right choice depends on your hotel location, luggage situation, and arrival time.

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Understanding the System

Eleven operators share one city. JR, Tokyo Metro, Toei, and eight private railways each have their own fare systems, transfer points, and coverage gaps. These guides give you the mental model that apps alone can't provide.

Tokyo Subway Explained: Metro, Toei, JR, Passes & Transfers

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Tokyo Subway Explained: Metro, Toei, JR, Passes & Transfers

Learn how Tokyo Metro, Toei, and JR fit together—key tourist lines, IC cards vs day passes, transfer realities, and where visitors get lost.

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JR Lines vs Metro vs Private Railways in Tokyo Explained

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JR Lines vs Metro vs Private Railways in Tokyo Explained

Clear explanation of Tokyo’s JR lines, subway systems, and private railways—how they differ, overlap, and when travelers actually use each.

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How to Read Tokyo Maps: 10 Practical Tips to Avoid Getting Lost

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How to Read Tokyo Maps: 10 Practical Tips to Avoid Getting Lost

Practical Tokyo map-reading tips: master station exits, understand address systems, and navigate neighborhoods with confidence.

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Walking Distances in Tokyo: What Looks Close vs What Is

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Walking Distances in Tokyo: What Looks Close vs What Is

A realistic look at walking distances in Tokyo—how scale, stations, and neighborhoods affect what feels walkable for travelers.

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Practical Logistics

The tools and services that make daily Tokyo navigation frictionless — transit cards, connectivity, luggage forwarding, and when a taxi actually saves time.

Suica & Pasmo Guide for Tokyo: What You Actually Need to Know

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Suica & Pasmo Guide for Tokyo: What You Actually Need to Know

Practical guide to Tokyo’s Suica and Pasmo IC transit cards — how they work, where to get them, mobile vs physical, and real travel trade-offs.

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Pocket WiFi vs SIM vs eSIM in Tokyo: What Works Best

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Pocket WiFi vs SIM vs eSIM in Tokyo: What Works Best

Compare pocket WiFi, SIM cards, and eSIMs in Tokyo—coverage, setup, costs, and which option fits different travel styles.

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Luggage Storage in Tokyo: Lockers, Services, and What to Expect

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Luggage Storage in Tokyo: Lockers, Services, and What to Expect

Understand how luggage storage works in Tokyo—from station lockers to staffed services, size limits, availability, and practical trade-offs.

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Taxis in Tokyo: When They Make Sense for Travelers

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Taxis in Tokyo: When They Make Sense for Travelers

Practical guidance on using taxis in Tokyo—costs, etiquette, availability, and when taxis are the simplest choice for visitors.

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Beyond the Train

Walking, driving, and the mistakes that cost hours. Tokyo rewards those who walk between stations — and punishes those who rent cars without understanding why.

Tokyo Transport Mistakes

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Tokyo Transport Mistakes

An explanatory guide to common transportation mistakes in Tokyo, helping travelers understand rail systems, passes and everyday pitfalls.

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Walking Tokyo: What a Walking Tour Actually Involves | Hinomaru One

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Walking Tokyo: What a Walking Tour Actually Involves | Hinomaru One

Walking tours in Tokyo aren't just walking — they're train + walk sequences. Learn typical step counts, what walking unlocks, and how to prepare.

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Touring Tokyo by Car: When It Makes Sense (And When It Doesn't) | Hinomaru One

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Touring Tokyo by Car: When It Makes Sense (And When It Doesn't) | Hinomaru One

Should you tour Tokyo by car or use trains? A practical breakdown of costs, traffic realities, accessibility, and when private car service is worth it.

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